subunit

/ sʌbˈjunɪt /

noun

1. a distinct part or component of something larger

Example Sentences

But cells containing an addition to their catalytic subunit generate the kinase in excessive amounts -- which is the real culprit.

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To form the capsules, the researchers suspend freeze-dried yeast in water, then mix them with the polymer subunits.

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"What's nice about this ATP-binding family is they all have an ATP binding subunit which gives the transport system the energy it needs to get nutrients across the cell membrane."

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ND5 plays an important role in this connection and any mutations of the mitochondrial encoded gene of this subunit can result in serious mitochondrial disorders, such as Leigh syndrome.

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This braking role was found to be specific to just the p85β subunit.

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